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Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

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Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr

Explore the area

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Cowan, TN
  • Place, Cowan City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowan Railroad Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the South
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Cowan

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Cowan, within steps of Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Cowan holiday home include Harvey's Garden and Tims Ford Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Cowan City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowan Railroad Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of the South - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival - 36 min drive - 58.1 km
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery - 43 min drive - 55.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

The Gammons room is tastefully refurbished w/ a new king memory foam mattress. A large picture window faces the main street of downtown Cowan. People interested in watching passers by or who prefer a king bed may choose this room. The Galloway Room (1 queen) and The ApARTment (1 queen) are other options at The Franklin House.
The inn features a lovely lobby, banquet room/gallery & catering kitchen. It's a perfect boutique atmosphere for workshops, weddings, reunions & special events.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: All children must be supervised by parents.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Respect for property and people must be maintained

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75. Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

House
Artsy Pet-friendly King Room/historic Railroad inn Cowan

Frequently asked questions

Does Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

No, Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unexpected but enjoyable

Overall our experience was good especially for the price. It was very clean. The people were nice. We did have a slight confusion on who was checking us in and which entrance we were to use this was all resolved quickly. Fortunately, we did need to get up early and get going. The street noise at 7am would have you out of bed regardless. The noise from the train wasn't an issue at all for us. Me and spouse would stay here again and I would recommend it to anyone passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely visit with Aunt Polly

Pretty Inn with lots of character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A nice small-town getaway

We enjoyed our overnight stay at The Franklin House. We came to bicycle the Mountain Goat Trail in Sewanee, and Cowan is very closeby. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the house was beautiful and inviting. Tom made us feel welcome, and the coffee and donuts for breakfast were delicious. This room does face the street where the railroad is nearby, but sleep masks and earplugs were made available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice hosts!

It was an easy location for a quick getaway to Sewanee and South Cumberland State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Shanon J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay in Cowan

The Franklin House is beautiful and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. The bed was also very comfortable. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is stunning! Full of beautiful artwork and gorgeous furniture! The property managers were extremely hospitable and went above and beyond our expectations. It was elegant, but still comfortable and functional. Less than a block from the quiet town’s restaurants, stores and shops, and the railroad museum, I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room is very clean, very quaint, in an old train station. The property is an art gallery/small inn and is pet friendly. The town of Cowan is in a beautiful location near the Cumberland Mountains and is very historic. It is very close to Sewanee and the University of the South as well as Tims Ford Lake and State Park. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience in a picturesque location!

It was so cute and well maintained. It was very convenient and easy to come and go as we pleased. Would definitely stay there again. 10 out of 10. Rachel is very accommodating and easy to communicate with about the Franklin House. Cannot recommend enough!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ro S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful unique stay

It was like walking into an art gallery (which it was). From the lobby to the backroom and the dining hall to the kitchen area, it was beautiful. The Gammon room we stayed at was also beautiful in how it was designed and presented. My daughter really enjoyed looking at the artwork created by Rachel. Checking in was a little rocky because of multiple entrances and no cell services, so arrange a meeting with the host to get the keys ahead of time. But it’s very minor and I’m sure it’ll be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting historical building. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed the hospitality of the owner.

Unique, artsy historical home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021